Five Star Gift Ideas

It's always heartwarming to get your near and dear ones the perfect gift for their birthday. If your mom is into ham radio, there are a myriad of gift options available that you can choose to make her feel special on her big day.

Here are some ideas that can help you get started:

1. Ham Radio Equipment: Buying new equipment or accessories can always be a great option as a gift. There are multiple popular brands like Yaesu, Icom, and Kenwood that make quality radio equipment. You can gift her a new radio that she can use to communicate with her friends and family or upgrade an existing piece of equipment with an accessory like a better antenna or a new headset.

2. Books on Ham Radio: If your mom is passionate about ham radio, she might enjoy reading books about it as well. There are excellent books available that cover various topics like the history and technical aspects of ham radio. This gift option will help her broaden her understanding of the hobby.

3. Gift Card to Ham Radio Stores: If you’re not sure what exactly your mom needs, you can always send her a gift card for ham radio stores. This will ensure she can get herself something she needs or wants.

4. Customized Ham Radio T-Shirt: The internet has amazing custom t-shirt options that let you create a unique message or design. You can design a custom radio-themed t-shirt and have it printed for your mom.

5. Subscription to Ham Radio Magazine: Give your mom the gift of knowledge with a yearly subscription to the ham radio magazine of her choice. Magazines like QST or CQ are popular among ham radio enthusiasts and cover various topics like technology updates, antenna designs, and new operating techniques.

Lastly, find fun and creative ways to present the gift. Taking a hobby or passion and turning it into a personalized gift is always appreciated. Why not host a surprise party with friends and family where the gifts are revealed? Or try creating a special ham radio-inspired cake or a unique ham radio-inspired wrapping paper to make the birthday celebration memorable.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”